We are talking about Bible-believing fundamental and evangelical churches in this question.

Some churches have never stopped singing hymns (and we can sloppily include Gospel songs within in the word “hymns” in this broad discussion). Some have continued to sing hymns exclusively, others (like ours) have taken a blended approach. Some churches have Totally forsaken the congregational singing of hymns or have almost totally forsaken them.

Some folks might well say, “all the time,” or “whatever seasons we are in.”

And, of course, the comment “it depends” is always understood. Business can vary year by year. For example, we once had three people move on to glory in one day, an hour and a half a part. Between funerals and funeral dinners, that was a busy couple of weeks!

So we are asking for the typical. This cannot be very scientific, for perception and reality (we know) do not always match. So if you are mistaken, that is okay!

Short term missions trips make people FEEL like they are making a difference, and they sometimes do for a certain ministry. Many of us would argue that the millions spent would do more good if channeled toward career missionaries who remain on the field to actually develop disciples, but that is a different concern.

A lot of Christians look to Fox News for a more conservative, more Christian-values-friendly news network. This is for better or worse, depending upon your viewpoint.

The network is owned by Rupert Murdoch. Some suggest that Rupert Murdoch’s daughters-in-law are pushing his sons (and future heirs) toward the political left.

Some of the godliest people struggled with depression. Elijah was one of them. Whether Jesus, as “a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief” was ever depressed may be a matter of semantics.

Depression can come from various sources, IMO. Some people are genetically predisposed to operate in a mildly depressed state — at least most of the time. Others rarely struggle with depression.

The Five Points of Calvinism were never listed by John Calvin, but by his followers. Still, they have come to define the Calvinistic viewpoint regarding salvation.

Many of us (myself included) would say that we do not follow any particular post-apostolic church leader, but we will admit to being influenced or at least impressed with the Biblical accuracy of some on some points. What impresses us is their ability to accurately summarize or organize Biblical teaching.

Although it is always hard to get an accurate assessment, how many times would you guess you have read through the entire Bible?

This should be based upon reading programs — whether from Genesis to Revelation or some other schedule — in addition to personal guesses.

For example, if you preach/teach through the Word, you might be reading through the entire Bible doing a survey course, etc.

Although it is always hard to get an accurate assessment, how many times would you guess you have read through the entire Bible?

This should be based upon reading programs — whether from Genesis to Revelation or some other schedule — in addition to personal guesses.

For example, if you preach/teach through the Word, you might be reading through the entire Bible doing a survey course, etc.

The parable of the sower (Matthew 13:3-9, Matthews 13:18-23), some seed is (1) not germinated and is snatched up right away, some falls on (2) rocky ground and dies int he heat of the sun because it has shallow roots, others grow but then are (3) choked by weeds, while some seeds (4) thrive and produce a good harvest.

Interpretations vary, often affected by the theological assumptions of the interpreter.

So, in your vies, which plants are genuinely saved?

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In the Parable of the Sower, who is saved?

The college years are the best time in life to grow as disciples. Your mind is at its prime, most people are single and do not have the responsibilities of marriage, and life has not yet snuffed out the idealism associated with youth.

Many churches have outreach ministries to college students. I am thinking of Kossuth Street Baptist in Lafayette, IN (and their ministry to Purdue students).